Denmark Arts Center is celebrating the end of the Weirdest Ski Season EVAH from March 4-7, by paying homage to the legendary ski filmmaker Greg Stump with an online Ski-Stump filmFEST. Thirty years of ski film history roll out before your eyes with the US SKI & State of Maine Hall of Fame skier and […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore
Couple brings Celtic music to Oasis of Music
Chris Stevens, playing concertina and accordion, will be joined by his spouse, Amanda Gale, on piano with a program of Celtic music as the the Oasis of Music resumes its weekly schedule at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3, at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. One of the foremost exponents of […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Mom’s spiritual plans collide with daughter’s wedding date
DEAR ABBY: My mother has become very “spiritual” over the last eight years or so. Recently, it has become all-consuming and on the verge of becoming detrimental. She often refers to her “guides” (she says they are feelings, but I think she’s getting brainwashed by human “guides” online), who have convinced her to withdraw thousands […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Fixing up your space to suit your needs will encourage you to do a better job
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Justin Bieber, 27; Kesha, 34; Lupita Nyong’o, 38; Ron Howard, 67. Happy Birthday: Getting along with others will be half the battle throughout 2021. You don’t have to become a follower to keep the peace. A strong will and attitude, coupled with nurturing and giving others the freedom to do […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on March 1
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Willing Workers “No, 4 met Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Frances Carver, Webster Street, to help her celebrate her birthday. Sewing was enjoyed in the afternoon. The hostess was presented with a hand-painted vase by the club. When the birthday cake was cut, the dime went to Mrs. Julia […]
Posted inDr. Roach
The COVID vaccine and pregnancy
DEAR DR. ROACH: What are your thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy? I have read that it is safe. Could you explain how? I have a minimal understanding of the mRNA vaccine, and no understanding on how the vaccine could affect pregnancy. — H.B. ANSWER: Pregnant women do not seem to be more likely […]
Posted inSun Spots
Looking for 2016, 2019 Farmer’s Almanacs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I hope someone can help me find an “Old Farmers’ Almanac” from 2016 and one from 2019. I would like to give these to babies born in those years so I would like the almanacs to be in excellent condition. I am hoping Sun Spots fans can help.—JoAnn, Sabattus ANSWER: The Almanac, […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Home improvements are favored as long as you stay within your budget
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Aldean, 44; Ali Larter, 45; Eric Lindros, 48; Rae Dawn Chong, 60. Happy Birthday: Put greater emphasis on partnerships, personal matters and the changes you want to make. Consider how you earn your living and what you can do to make your lifestyle better and easier for you and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Man takes umbrage at women who are stingy with thanks
DEAR ABBY: I am a male reader with a complaint. Have you noticed that women hardly ever compliment men? On ANYTHING! They expect men to compliment them but never reciprocate. If you move furniture, take them out for a nice dinner, buy tickets to their favorite show, buy them a gift, they don’t have enough […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Start putting your plans in motion
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Josh Groban, 40; Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, 50; Donal Logue, 55; Howard Hesseman, 81. Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to push for what you want. Call on people you know you can count on, and you’ll get the help and support you need to reach your objective this year. There […]